Stuart Mearns

Director of Place @lomondtrossachs. National Parks, planning, design, wild places. Views, likes, retweets are my own.

[colin mearns @MearnsColin]

In December 2024 I was diagnosed with bowel cancer. A simple test saved my life. Some words about my experience with cancer are in @heraldscotland today. V happy to say I am now cancer free. #bowelcancer https://t.co/r0ITEA3TbC

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

We need a Sustainable Tourism Manager to lead change, build collaborations, and inspire a sustainable future for the National Park!

If this sounds like you, join us on an exciting journey towards a thriving, nature positive, and carbon negative National Park. 🧵

[Gordon Watson @LochLomondCEO]

Thank you @scotgov Housing Minister @PaulMcLennan7 for an excellent community discussion while visiting @lomondtrossachs in Balmaha today. Good to explore the multiple benefits that much needed rural housing projects can deliver for economic growth and sustainable communities.

[Craig McLaren @CraigMMcLaren]

We are recruiting!

Do you want to work with me and planning authorities to see how we can have a high performing planning system? Great opportunity to be part of new and exciting approaches to planning! 👇https://t.co/Y7mPInKix6…

[Gordon Watson @LochLomondCEO]

Thank you @ThomasCArthur @scotgov Minister for Community Wealth +Public Finance for a very useful meeting today to discuss how the proposed Visitor Levy might operate in relation to @lomondtrossachs #NationalPark Lots of practicalities to consider at this early stage of the Bill

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

National Park Director of Place @MrMearns has written in today’s @heraldscotland about the positive role housing can play in helping us respond to the climate and nature crisis, by enabling a transition to a greener economy & supporting more local living.

https://t.co/QmBItqa4eE

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

So chuffed that the new Bracklinn Bridge in Callander received a Gold @ScottishDesign award in the low cost category last night! Proud of the team @lomondtrossachs making it all happen. Great to collect the award on behalf of @cake_industries and BEAM Architects.���👏

[West Highland Way Official @official_whw]

"The #WestHighlandWay is Scotland’s best-loved long-distance route but there are challenges in keeping such a popular route maintained, incl. increased costs of materials and the need for specialist labour skills. We’re grateful to @macsadventure for this additional support...

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

Great intro from Scott! Don’t hesitate to get in contact if you’d like to discuss these opportunities

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

We have a variety of roles within our Development Management and Place Planning Teams, with positions available for recent graduates as well as experienced professionals.

Apply now to develop your career and use your knowledge and skills:

https://t.co/N5CMn8WD9f

#PlanningJobs

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

Great opportunity to gain some experience across a range of projects and activity! @HeadsofPlanning @RTPIScotland

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

Are you an undergraduate or postgraduate student on a Planning or related course looking for paid work experience? Then read on!

We have an opportunity for a paid placement that will allow you to get involved in all aspects of our planning team's work.

https://t.co/MshewGrvyk

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

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We need 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 who are ready for a challenge to help us create a climate resilient National Park where 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 & 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫. If you have the skills to play a crucial role in our ambitious plans, get in touch!

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

Some great opportunities to join @lomondtrossachs planning teams - deadline for applications is Monday - along with exciting roles @Trustinthepark #GreenJobs #PlanningJobs

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

Want to join an amazing team of passionate people, look at our vacancies & see if we’ve got the job for you:

Development Monitoring Officer
Development & Support Manager
Countryside Trust - Trust Director
Countryside Trust - Project Development Manager

https://t.co/ktqbJoqCOk

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

We’re looking for a Development Monitoring Officer.

If you have an awareness of the planning function, can accurately interpret drawings and other planning documents, it could be the role for you.

Closing 9am 22nd August.

https://t.co/0EnZTfOWzV

[Net Zero Scotland @ScotGovNetZero]

Minister for Biodiversity and Green Skills @lornaslater visited @lomondtrossachs to see and hear about local activity to tackle #ClimateChange, including the new sustainable cycling hub at Drymen, installed with Park Authority funding 🚲
#ActiveTravel #Biodiversity #LetsDoNetZero

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

Job Alert!👇Great opportunity to join @lomondtrossachs #PlanningJobs

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

Do you have experience in a planning environment and excellent people and management skills? We have a rare opportunity for a managerial role in our Development Management Service, which could be for you!

Closing 9am 22nd August

https://t.co/iRDv2r2nsR

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

A great day to welcome Minister @lornaslater to the National Park to hear about our work on sustainable travel, the challenges & opportunities of 20-minute neighbourhoods in rural settings & the investments we're making in facilities including at the ever-popular Conic Hill.

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

@AndieHabeshaw Hey @AndieHabeshaw 👋 Yes, I’ll be at it. Always a great conference for us planners!

[Stuart Mearns @MrMearns]

A great opportunity to join the @lomondtrossachs team

[Loch Lomond & The Trossachs @lomondtrossachs]

🚨 JOB ALERT

Landscape & Natural Heritage Adviser

We want to hear from people with experience providing environmental and landscape advice who want to help make a difference in tackling the Global Climate Emergency and Nature Crisis.

https://t.co/uq7x4rYVEH

Closing 9am 2/6/22

[HeadsofPlanningScot @HeadsofPlanning]

@HeadsofPlanning Conference open for bookings. 10th June in St. Andrews. Great line of speakers inc. @ThomasCArthur Welcome delegates from private, public & third sectors. PlsRT @H_F_S @ScotPropFed @ScotRenew https://t.co/81JKko9O4J

[Gordon Watson @LochLomondCEO]

Fantastic day to welcome our Minister @lornaslater to @lomondtrossachs to launch a national conversation about the future of Scottish #NationalParks. Thanks to @lussprimary pupils for some great #nature chat +sharing fab poem Coverage on @STVNews and @BBCScotlandNews coming up.